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The 33rd edition of the Ernesto Illy Award for Sustainable Quality for Espresso Coffee reconfirms the region of Minas Gerais on the podium

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Friday, March 22, 2024

The three winners are Décio Bruxel (Cerrado of Minas), Matheus Lopes Sanglard (Matas of Minas), and Flávio da Costa Figueredo (South of Minas), all from the state of Minas Gerais.

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The three winners are Décio Bruxel (Cerrado of Minas), Matheus Lopes Sanglard (Matas of Minas), and Flávio da Costa Figueredo (South of Minas), all from the state of Minas Gerais.
They were selected by a panel of judges composed of national and international illycaffè specialists, among more than 670 coffee samples submitted by the best Arabica coffee regions across Brazil.
The 3 winners will represent Brazil at the 9th Ernesto Illy International Coffee Awards and will compete for the coveted "Best of the Best" award.
Additionally, the ceremony unveiled the recipients of the Classifier of the Year Award, acknowledging the dedication and contributions of classifiers in ensuring the continuous pursuit of sustainable quality coffee.

TD Bank Appointed Lead Arranger, Mont Sorcier Project

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

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Cerrado have reported that “further to the October 18, 2023 announcement in relation to potential Export Credit Agency (“ECA”) Support Program Financing of up to $598 million, the Company has appointed the Toronto Dominion Bank (“TO”) as the MLA for the Mont Sorcier Iron and Vanadium Project located in Quebec.

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Cerrado have reported that “further to the October 18, 2023 announcement in relation to potential Export Credit Agency (“ECA”) Support Program Financing of up to $598 million, the Company has appointed the Toronto Dominion Bank (“TO”) as the MLA for the Mont Sorcier Iron and Vanadium Project located in Quebec.
Together with the Company's advisors, the bids were evaluated based on ECA Project Finance Experience, execution capabilities and ultimately the financial terms for the Project Financing.
TD has extensive experience in ECA financing, a longstanding relationship with UKEF, and presented competitive and compelling terms for the project financing.
The funding will be to cover 70% of the expected project capital expenditures for the Mont Sorcier project.”
Globex retains a one percent Gross Metal Royalty (1% GMR) on all iron production from the Mont Sorcier Property.

TD Bank Appointed Lead Arranger, Mont Sorcier Project

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

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Cerrado have reported that “further to the October 18, 2023 announcement in relation to potential Export Credit Agency (“ECA”) Support Program Financing of up to $598 million, the Company has appointed the Toronto Dominion Bank (“TO”) as the MLA for the Mont Sorcier Iron and Vanadium Project located in Quebec.

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Cerrado have reported that “further to the October 18, 2023 announcement in relation to potential Export Credit Agency (“ECA”) Support Program Financing of up to $598 million, the Company has appointed the Toronto Dominion Bank (“TO”) as the MLA for the Mont Sorcier Iron and Vanadium Project located in Quebec.
Together with the Company's advisors, the bids were evaluated based on ECA Project Finance Experience, execution capabilities and ultimately the financial terms for the Project Financing.
TD has extensive experience in ECA financing, a longstanding relationship with UKEF, and presented competitive and compelling terms for the project financing.
The funding will be to cover 70% of the expected project capital expenditures for the Mont Sorcier project.”
Chibougamau retains a two percent Gross Metal Royalty (2% GMR) on all iron-vanadium production from the Mont Sorcier Property.

COP 28: Sabará Group participates at the world event on climate change

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

SÃO PAULO, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), more than 40% of the planet's population is "highly vulnerable" to climate change. And no matter where you fit in, this issue impacts your life in some way, whether it's disrupting a vacation trip due to the extreme heat, or the price of food at the market due to devastating unseasonal rains. This is one of the issues discussed at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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This is one of the issues discussed at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Specialized in technology and solutions for the water treatment and food and beverage industries, the Sabará Group has a structured ESG department and is always attentive to decisions that impact the world.
Integrating social justice into discussions on climate, biodiversity and economic development is not only a wise choice, but an essential commitment", adds Giovanna.
The actions mentioned above feature prominently in SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 15 (Life on Land).

Brazil wins the 8th Edition of the Ernesto Illy International Coffee Award with São Mateus Agropecuaria, assigned during a Gala event at New York

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Friday, November 17, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brazil, with São Mateus Agropecuaria, is the country winner of the Best of the Best Award, which was presented to Josè Eduardo Dominicale during the 8th edition of the Ernesto Illy International Coffee Award.

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The Coffee Lovers' Choice Award, assigned by consumers, went to Guatemala's Finca Danilandia
NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brazil, with São Mateus Agropecuaria, is the country winner of the Best of the Best Award, which was presented to Josè Eduardo Dominicale during the 8th edition of the Ernesto Illy International Coffee Award.
The award was presented to the winner by illycaffè Chairman Andrea Illy during an event held at the New York Public Library in New York.
The Ernesto Illy International Coffee Award is also an unmissable networking opportunity for all those involved in the coffee industry, from producers to exporters, from traders to institutional representatives.
In 2021, Rhône Capital became a minority shareholder of illycaffè with the aim of contributing to the company's international growth plans.

Concepta Ingredients highlights Brazilian biodiversity portfolio at plant-based fair in London

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Monday, November 13, 2023

SÃO PAULO, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Concepta Ingredients - the Sabará Group's business unit specializing in providing natural solutions for the food and beverage industry - is present at one of the sector's main global events: Plant Based World Expo Europe. Considered the most important for the plant-based segment, the fair takes place in London, England, on November 15 and 16, and brings together a large audience of retailers, service professionals and investors from the vegan market.

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For the event, the company is highlighting its Plant-Based Butter and its Açaí, Passion Fruit and Brazil Nut Oils.
André Sabará, Commercial Director of Concepta Ingredients, highlights the importance of being present at an event of this size, held in London, which is expected to welcome more than 30,000 professionals from the food and beverage industry.
During the event, Concepta Ingredients will also present the Bio Abundance Program, which reinforces its commitment to Brazilian forests.
Brazilian biodiversity products are the result of various projects based on forest conservation and contribute directly to community development.

Everything is set for the eighth edition of the Ernesto Illy International Coffee Award, And the expert jury who will decide the winner has been confirmed

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Monday, November 6, 2023

TRIESTE, Italy, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- illycaffè has unveiled the jury responsible for determining the recipient of the "Best of the Best" award at the Ernesto Illy International Coffee Award 2023. These judges will convene on November 16th in New York to assess the coffees meticulously chosen by illycaffè's quality labs. Throughout the year, these labs have scrutinized samples from the 2022/2023 harvest and selected the finest lots and producers, focusing on the company's quality and sustainability standards.

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These judges will convene on November 16th in New York to assess the coffees meticulously chosen by illycaffè's quality labs.
This prestigious accolade, named in memory of Ernesto Illy, the son of the company's founder, commemorates more than three decades of productive collaboration with coffee producers.
The international panel consists of three seasoned tasters, three renowned international chefs, and three accomplished journalists.
In 2021, Rhône Capital became a minority shareholder of illycaffè with the aim of contributing to the company's international growth plans.

Minerva Foods achieves top score in Audits by the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office in three states in Brazil

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

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SÃO PAULO, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Minerva Foods, the leading beef exporter in South America and one of the largest companies in the production and sale of fresh meat and its derivatives in the region, has achieved 100% social and environmental compliance in the states of Para, Mato Grosso and Rondonia, in audits supervised by the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office, the main auditor of the Brazilian production chain. The Company received the highest possible score for the fifth consecutive year in the latest assessment cycle in Para.

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The Company received the highest possible score for the fifth consecutive year in the latest assessment cycle in Para.
The commitments made by Minerva Foods help prevent the sourcing of raw materials from areas affected by illegal deforestation, land grabbing and slave labour.
An industry leader in supplier monitoring - Minerva Foods pioneers initiatives aimed at tackling illegal deforestation and climate change linked to land conversion in South America.
Recognizing that efforts to strengthen traceability in the chain must be a joint effort, Minerva Foods has launched the first mobile application designed for livestock ranchers throughout Brazil.

Minerva Foods achieves top score in Audits by the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office in three states in Brazil

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

Sale, Sustainability, Cerrado, Cattle, ESG, Legislation, Livestock, Carbon, Carbon footprint, Partnership, Amazon, Climate change, Audit, Agriculture, Atlantic Forest

SÃO PAULO, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Minerva Foods, the leading beef exporter in South America and one of the largest companies in the production and sale of fresh meat and its derivatives in the region, has achieved 100% social and environmental compliance in the states of Para, Mato Grosso and Rondonia, in audits supervised by the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office, the main auditor of the Brazilian production chain. The Company received the highest possible score for the fifth consecutive year in the latest assessment cycle in Para.

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The Company received the highest possible score for the fifth consecutive year in the latest assessment cycle in Para.
The commitments made by Minerva Foods help prevent the sourcing of raw materials from areas affected by illegal deforestation, land grabbing and slave labour.
An industry leader in supplier monitoring - Minerva Foods pioneers initiatives aimed at tackling illegal deforestation and climate change linked to land conversion in South America.
Recognizing that efforts to strengthen traceability in the chain must be a joint effort, Minerva Foods has launched the first mobile application designed for livestock ranchers throughout Brazil.

Rising Demand for Animal Protein Drives Growth in South American Animal Feed Market - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, August 14, 2023

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The South American animal feed market plays a vital role in supporting the region's thriving livestock sector.

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The South American animal feed market plays a vital role in supporting the region's thriving livestock sector.
The main objective of the animal feed industry is to provide nutritious and cost-effective feed products to meet the growing demand for animal protein.
The South American animal feed market's growth has also attracted significant investment from foreign companies looking to tap into the region's growing demand for these products.
During the forecast period, Brazil is expected to hold a significant share of the South American animal feed market.